Turkey

$427+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Turkey

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — IST
avr. 12 — avr. 191
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Turkey

Cheapest flights from San Diego to Turkey
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Turkey. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on mars 13, 2026.

This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 4/226:25 am
SAN
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IST
2 stops23h 55m
KLM
mer. 4/295:20 pm
IST
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SAN
1 stop28h 30m
KLM
Deal found 3/8$673
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 4/226:25 am
SAN
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IST
2 stops23h 55m
Multiple Airlines
mer. 4/294:25 am
IST
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SAN
2 stops22h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8$675
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 4/92:47 pm
SAN
-
SAW
2 stops20h 13m
KLM
jeu. 4/168:50 am
SAW
-
SAN
2 stops21h 52m
KLM
Deal found 3/11$687
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 4/91:40 pm
SAN
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IST
1 stop25h 40m
KLM
jeu. 4/166:00 am
IST
-
SAN
2 stops22h 19m
KLM
Deal found 3/11$688
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 4/273:30 pm
SAN
-
IST
2 stops23h 50m
KLM
lun. 5/46:00 am
IST
-
SAN
2 stops22h 59m
KLM
Deal found 3/10$694
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 4/91:40 pm
SAN
-
IST
1 stop25h 40m
KLM
jeu. 4/236:00 am
IST
-
SAN
1 stop15h 50m
KLM
Deal found 3/12$721
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/87:00 am
SAN
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IST
2 stops34h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
mar. 9/294:30 am
IST
-
SAN
2 stops29h 13m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/8$723
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 4/92:47 pm
SAN
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SAW
2 stops20h 13m
KLM
jeu. 4/238:50 am
SAW
-
SAN
2 stops43h 29m
KLM
Deal found 3/12$727
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 4/211:40 pm
SAN
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IST
1 stop16h 40m
KLM
ven. 5/15:20 pm
IST
-
SAN
1 stop28h 30m
KLM
Deal found 3/12$729
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 4/271:40 pm
SAN
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IST
2 stops27h 50m
Delta
ven. 5/84:25 am
IST
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SAN
2 stops24h 20m
Delta
Deal found 3/10$738
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lun. 4/275:15 pm
SAN
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IST
1 stop22h 50m
Lufthansa
jeu. 5/73:45 am
IST
-
SAN
1 stop21h 40m
Lufthansa
Deal found 3/9$760
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 4/211:40 pm
SAN
-
SAW
1 stop17h 25m
KLM
lun. 5/112:40 pm
SAW
-
SAN
1 stop31h 10m
KLM
Deal found 3/11$765

Find flight deals from San Diego to Turkey

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to Turkey flight deals. Data was last updated mars 13, 2026.

Round-trip from

$673
(Air France)

One-way from

$427
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$642
From San Diego to Turkey
One-way flight from San Diego to Turkey
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($58 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($20 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Turkey that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated mars 13, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Turkey that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - SAW

SANSAW

San Diego

jeu. 4/9

2:47 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops20h 13m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

jeu. 4/23

8:50 am-6:19 pm

2 stops43h 29m

$727

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

lun. 4/20

10:05 am-3:30 am

2 stops31h 25m

Istanbul

lun. 4/27

5:20 pm-11:50 am

1 stop28h 30m

$729

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

mar. 4/21

1:40 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop16h 40m

Istanbul

ven. 5/1

5:20 pm-11:50 am

1 stop28h 30m

$729

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

lun. 4/27

1:40 pm-3:30 am

2 stops27h 50m

Istanbul

ven. 5/8

6:00 am-8:20 pm

2 stops24h 20m

$738

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - SAW

SANSAW

San Diego

mar. 4/21

1:40 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop17h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

lun. 5/11

2:40 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 10m

$765

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - SAW

SANSAW

San Diego

mar. 4/28

1:40 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop21h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

sam. 5/9

8:50 am-11:27 pm

2 stops24h 37m

$790

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

mer. 4/15

9:46 am-9:25 pm

2 stops25h 39m

Istanbul

jeu. 4/30

5:40 am-8:04 pm

2 stops24h 24m

$796

San DiegoIzmir

SAN - ADB

SANADB

San Diego

mer. 5/6

4:26 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops35h 04m

Izmir Adnan Menderes Arpt

mar. 5/19

12:00 pm-6:41 pm

2 stops40h 41m

$841

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

mar. 4/7

1:40 pm-1:20 am

1 stop25h 40m

Istanbul

dim. 5/10

4:25 am-2:57 pm

2 stops20h 32m

$843

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

mar. 4/21

2:10 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops21h 05m

Istanbul

ven. 5/1

5:40 am-8:38 pm

3 stops24h 58m

$846

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Turkey?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Turkey (average of $538). Flying from San Diego to Turkey in July is currently the most expensive (average of $823). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing Turkey

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Turkey. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Turkey. Reviews last updated mars 13, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to Turkey, such as Delta,KLM, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to Turkey?

    San Diego (SAN), located 2.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Diego to Turkey.

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Turkey?

    For as low as $727, KLM can have you in Turkey from San Diego in 20h 13m. Airlines will cover a distance of 6915 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Turkey one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Diego to Turkey are KLM ($437), British Airways ($481), and Delta ($538).

  • What are the most popular routes from San Diego to Turkey?

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Turkey that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Diego to Turkey flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Turkey?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Diego to Turkey.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Turkey?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Turkey by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Turkey?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Turkey (average of $538). Flying from San Diego to Turkey in July is currently the most expensive (average of $823). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from San Diego to Turkey

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Turkey. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated mars 13, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$575Average$922FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$577Average$1,073FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$589Average$908FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$612Average$1,048FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
KLMCheapest$612Average$883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$711Average$934FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$725Average$941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$841Average$1,256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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